What is Etias and when will I need to apply for one when travelling to the EU?
The Independentby Simon Calder·24 Aug 2026
The European Travel Information and Authorisation System (Etias) is the next stage in the EU’s plan for greater border security: an online permit that third-country nationals such as the British...
Shein targeting up to £20bn valuation in September stock market float
The Independentby Holly Williams·24 Aug 2026
Fast fashion firm Shein could be valued at up to 27 billion US dollars (£19.8 billion) when it makes its long-awaited stock market debut in Hong Kong next week.
Social media companies told to remove content celebrating dangerous driving
The Independentby Athena Stavrou·24 Aug 2026
The government has told TikTok and other social media companies to take down content featuring a social media trend showing people driving the wrong way down roads.
Aleksander Ceferin rules out challenging Gianni Infantino for Fifa presidency
The Independentby Mark Staniforth·24 Aug 2026
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has ruled himself out of the running to replace Gianni Infantino but warned the beleaguered Fifa chief that he must either quit or face a leadership challenge in...
Spring bulbs: should you leave planting until later?
The Independentby Hannah Stephenson·24 Aug 2026
So, it’s almost time to plant your spring bulbs – or is it? With ground still rock hard from the sweltering summer, it may be wise to at least delay planting spring bulbs until rain has softened...
Transfer news LIVE: Alvarez open to Arsenal switch, Baleba’s medical, Barcola latest
The Independentby Miguel Delaney,Richard Jolly and Michael Jones·24 Aug 2026
Arsenal are hoping to secure the signing of Julian Alvarez to cap off a productive summer of incomings and boost their forward line as they look to defend their Premier League title.
New Zealand's prime minister proposes banning children from using social media
The Independentby Charlotte Graham-McLay·24 Aug 2026
New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has unveiled a proposed law banning children younger than 16 from using social media platforms, citing what he said Monday was “harm being done to a...
Trump boasts ‘there has never been anything close’ to his endorsement winning streak
The Independentby Paul Farrell·24 Aug 2026
President Donald Trump touted the power of his political endorsements as the midterm elections loom on the American political calendar.
Why southern Thailand has been rocked by over 50 coordinated arson attacks
The Independentby Shweta Sharma·24 Aug 2026
Suspected insurgents set fire to government buildings, shops, and cars in more than 70 locations across Thailand’s troubled southern border region, injuring at least three people in the coordinated...
Is Fulham vs Chelsea on TV? How to watch Premier League clash
The Independentby Will Castle·24 Aug 2026
Xabi Alonso will look to begin his Chelsea tenure by claiming local bragging rights as the Blues make the hop to Craven Cottage to face Fulham.
Enes Kanter Freedom gets tossed from arena after courtside clash with WNBA star
The Independentby Jay Cohen·24 Aug 2026
Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday night's WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky after a confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud late in the third...
Sailor’s anguish after father detained by DHS while he serves aboard a U.S. carrier
The Independentby Kanishka Singh·24 Aug 2026
The father of an American sailor serving aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln has been taken into federal immigration custody while his son is deployed in the Middle East, according to a statement posted...
A new budget airline will connect Europe with hidden gem Spanish destination for £18
The Independentby Amelia Neath·24 Aug 2026
A new budget airline is set to launch flights from Galicia in Spain, offering tickets from as little as €21.50 (£18.40).
Asian shares mostly decline as bond market pressure mounts
The Independentby Elaine Kurtenbach·24 Aug 2026
Asian shares were mostly lower and oil prices slipped on Monday at the outset of a week capped by a meeting of top U.S. economic officials at Jackson Hole. U.S. futures edged lower.
Ukraine war live: Three dead in Russian strikes as Kyiv targets another retailer
The Independentby Arpan Rai·24 Aug 2026
At least three people were killed in a Russian attack on the outskirts of Kharkiv in Ukraine, officials said, as Kyiv and Moscow continued to exchange attacks overnight.
The crying face is the world’s top emoji – but you may be using it all wrong
The Independentby Lydia Spencer-Elliott·24 Aug 2026
It applies to almost every instance. Got a new job? Crying emoji. Ludicrous date? Crying emoji. Dog fell off the sofa? Crying emoji.
The Michael Carrick question sparked by Man United’s dismal Premier League start
The Independentby Richard Jolly·24 Aug 2026
“They hire me to be kind and calm with the players, and then at the first sign of trouble along the way, that’s the very characteristic they point to as the problem.” Carlo Ancelotti had only won...
I fell in love with solo travel after a friend dropped out of our trip
The Independentby Aaliyah Harris·24 Aug 2026
The internet is obsessed with discussing Gen Z’s behaviour, and rightly so – we’ve become known for phenomena including “hustle culture” and dating “icks”.
Walmart makes major change to how you can pay in stores
The Independentby Caitlin Hornik·24 Aug 2026
Walmart has announced a major change to the way you pay at stores. Starting August 24, shoppers at certain Walmart and Sam’s Club stores will be able to buy groceries using tap to pay.
The Office star reveals harsh reality that forced her to leave TV
The Independentby Carsen Holaday·24 Aug 2026
Jenna Fischer is opening up about why she walked away from acting after starring as Pam Beesly on The Office for nine seasons.
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